The Veteran's bilateral varicocele and hydrocele have not been productive of persistent edema, stasis pigmentation or eczema, or ulceration. The Veteran's TMJ syndrome has resulted in an inter-incisal range of 31 to 40 mm.,Service connection for multiple symptoms is denied as the Veteran failed to identify specific conditions.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's bilateral varicocele and hydrocele have not met the criteria for a higher rating under Diagnostic Code 7120, as there is no evidence of persistent edema or stasis pigmentation/eczema with ulceration. The inter-incisal range for TMJ syndrome was found to be within normal limits.
- Claimed conditions
- Bilateral Varicocele and Hydrocele, TMJ Syndrome
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- August 13, 2015
- Citation
- 1534623
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What this means for you
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What you can do next
Use your own notice and decision stage. A remanded issue is not a final court-appealable denial. VA review guidance and CAVC filing instructions (U.S. federal; reviewed October 7, 2026).
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